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We’ve turned intuition into a buzzword—flattened it into a slogan, a gut feeling, or a vague whisper we don’t always know how to hear. But what if intuition is so much more? What if it's one of the most powerful tools we have—and we’ve just forgotten how to use it? In this episode, I’m joined by Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir , Icelandic thought leader, filmmaker, and author of InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Turbulent Times . Hrund has spent over 20 years studying and teaching the science and art of intuition through her TED Talk, Netflix documentary ( InnSæi: The Power of Intuition ), and global work on leadership, innovation, and inner knowing. Together, we explore what intuition really is (hint: not woo-woo), how to cultivate it in a culture obsessed with logic and overthinking, and why your ability to listen to yourself might be the most essential skill you can develop. In This Episode, We Cover: ✅ Why we’ve misunderstood intuition—and how to reclaim it ✅ Practical ways to strengthen your intuitive muscle ✅ What Icelandic wisdom teaches us about inner knowing ✅ How to use intuition during uncertainty and decision-making ✅ Why trusting yourself is an act of rebellion (and power) Intuition isn’t magic—it’s a deep, internal guidance system that already exists inside you. The question is: are you listening? Connect with Hrund: Website: www.hrundgunnsteinsdottir.com TedTalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/hrund_gunnsteinsdottir_listen_to_your_intuition_it_can_help_you_navigate_the_future?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare Newsletter: https://hrundgunnsteinsdottir.com/blog/ LI: www.linkedin.com/in/hrundgunnsteinsdottir IG: https://www.instagram.com/hrundgunnsteinsdottir/ Book: InnSæi: Icelandic Wisdom for Turbulent Times Related Podcast Episodes: How To Breathe: Breathwork, Intuition and Flow State with Francesca Sipma | 267 VI4P - Know Who You Are (Chapter 4) Gentleness: Cultivating Compassion for Yourself and Others with Courtney Carver | 282 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Move over, hustle culture. An Ivy League school says we're not lazy enough.

Yale University researchers studied stressed-out students. They discovered that a scheduled day of doing nothing had powerful health benefits. Read more about the study here.

Students reported improvements in mood, sleep, and anxiety almost immediately.

Love being productive? That's great.

But scheduling some downtime might make you happier, healthier and ultimately more motivated to get things done.

On this Dying to Ask:

Why laziness (in scheduled doses) could be a superpower
And a 4-step plan to doing nothing

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Why Being Lazy Is A Good Thing

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published 12 days ago

MP3•Episode home

Move over, hustle culture. An Ivy League school says we're not lazy enough.

Yale University researchers studied stressed-out students. They discovered that a scheduled day of doing nothing had powerful health benefits. Read more about the study here.

Students reported improvements in mood, sleep, and anxiety almost immediately.

Love being productive? That's great.

But scheduling some downtime might make you happier, healthier and ultimately more motivated to get things done.

On this Dying to Ask:

Why laziness (in scheduled doses) could be a superpower
And a 4-step plan to doing nothing

112 episodes

#dyingtoask #Fitness #Self-Improvement #Podcasting Education #Mental Health

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Fidgeting To Fitness With The NEAT Method 12:47

5 days ago12:47

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Can you fidget your way to fitness? You can if you're a NEAT person. We're not talking about the organized type of neat. NEAT stands for non-exercise activity thermogenesis. It's the energy you burn when you're moving about the day and *not when you're in a purposeful workout at the gym. It's things like walking to your car, folding the laundry, pacing on a phone call, taking the garbage cans out, and yes even fidgeting. Those are the calories a lot of us aren't burning enough and they are crucial to weight management and longevity. A Mayo Clinic study found people who sit at a job for six or more hours a day have a 35-40% increased risk of shorter lifespan. You can offset that by moving more. The key is being active in small spurts all day longer and not just an hour in a workout class. On this Dying to Ask How to figure out if you're not moving enough And easy ways to burn more calories by simply living your life…

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Why Being Lazy Is A Good Thing 11:10

12 days ago11:10

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Move over, hustle culture. An Ivy League school says we're not lazy enough. Yale University researchers studied stressed-out students. They discovered that a scheduled day of doing nothing had powerful health benefits. Read more about the study here . Students reported improvements in mood, sleep, and anxiety almost immediately. Love being productive? That's great. But scheduling some downtime might make you happier, healthier and ultimately more motivated to get things done. On this Dying to Ask: Why laziness (in scheduled doses) could be a superpower And a 4-step plan to doing nothing…

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Stop Workplace Drama With These Powerful Phrases 39:36

19 days ago39:36

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Say this, not that. Knowing what to say in the heat of the moment is key to defusing workplace drama. Karin Hurt and David Dye should know. They wrote the book on it. Karin and David are leadership experts and the founders of Let's Grow Leaders . They surveyed 5,000 people in 45 countries to gauge the most common forms of workplace conflict. The results aren't good. Workplace conflict is more complicated than ever before, thanks to an uncertain economy, remote work and a changing workforce. "And so that is all of that really combines to make complex conflict cocktails," says David. Karin Hurt and David Dye are the authors of " Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict ." It offers 300 phrases to diffuse everything from micromanagers to bullies to passive-aggressive types. "Well, the first thing you do is don't call them passive-aggressive," says Karin. "One of the most important things that you can do there is to start with a connection, you know. So start, you know, making the human connection. 'You know, hey? I know we both want the same thing here.' And then you give the thing." It's like having a script for difficult people. The advice works for a workplace and your personal life, too. David says, "sometimes people will say, well, you can't script a whole conversation, can you? And no, you can't, because we're human beings and we're messy. But if we can open the door with connection by introducing clarity and getting curious about the other person's perspective, then we can land on a firm commitment that opens the door to a meaningful conversation." On this Dying to Ask: Why workplace conflict is up What to say to bullies, micromanagers, and passive-aggressive types Why these phrases work so well How to avoid what Karin and David call a "conversation cocktail." How to tell a boss you're not happy with something without coming off as lazy or a whiner And how Karin and David found the perfect partnership in work and in real life…

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3 Ways To Make A Habit Stick 4:51

27 days ago4:51

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Have you ever kept up a streak? A mini streak is a great way to start a new habit. A mini streak is a short period of time of intense focus on a behavior you hope to make a long-term habit. It's a bite sized commitment that can be easily attainable and perhaps inspire bigger, more meaningful change at a later date. In this re-release of a "5 with Fitz," episode, we're looking at three ways to try out a habit mini streak.…

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Stop Procrastination With The Pomodoro Technique 12:02

5 weeks ago12:02

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Grab a timer and get ready to say goodbye to procrastination. The Pomodoro Method is a data-backed way of getting stuff done. The time management technique is named after Francesco Cirillo. He was an Italian student in the 1980s who struggled with procrastination. Francisco had a tomato-shaped kitchen timer on his desk. Pomodoro is the Italian word for tomato. He set it for 25 minutes and committed to focusing on his work until the timer went off. Then he took a five-minute break. Timing work and break intervals had a remarkable effect on his productivity and mood. And the Pomodoro Technique was born. It's easy to try and very effective with getting work, homework and even household chores done. It's easy to try and very effective with getting work, homework and even household chores done. On this Dying to Ask: How pomodoro intervals work Why this procrastination technique is effective What happened to Francisco Cirillo after he developed this time management method Other places to listen CLICK HERE to listen on iTunes CLICK HERE to listen on Stitcher CLICK HERE to listen on Spotify…

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Tracking Time With Laura Vanderkam 32:21

6 weeks ago32:21

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All I need is three more hours in the day and life would be great. I've told myself that a million times. But Laura Vanderkam says it's not the number of hours in a day that's the problem. It's how you use them. This episode is a re-release of one of my favorite author experts to follow on social media. Vanderkam is a time and productivity expert. Vanderkam is the New York Times best-selling author of eight books on time management and host of the daily productivity podcast Before Breakfast. Her books include " What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast " and " 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think ." "We all have 24 hours in a day," she said. "And many of the things we think are happening in our lives are based mostly on impressions." Vanderkam says the easiest way to unlock free time is to keep a time log of what you actually do in a day. Often, we think we're busier than we are and can change our relationship with the clock. Vanderkam has tracked every minute of her day for years. "People track their time, and they tend to realize well, maybe I do have some free time. It's probably not as much as I want, but it's some. And then once you realize that you're like well, let's figure out ways to work with this," says Vanderkam. In this Dying to Ask: Where we tend to waste the most time How to keep a time log Why Fridays are the best day to plan your next week What is "effortful fun" and why it's worth planning some Mentioned in the episode: Want to see our documentary 'Always Remember Your Name?' Watch in 4k on YouTube here . Watch on KCRA.com and see lots of web extras about the Bucci family here .…

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Working Out With Jonny Moseley And ChatGPT 21:29

8 weeks ago21:29

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Olympic gold medalist Jonny Moseley's workout secret? ChatGPT. "You can be like hey, give me a give me a six week routine for getting ready for skiing that Olympic champion Hannah Kearney would do. And it just like spits out stuff that they used to have whole departments for at the U.S. Ski Team," says Moseley. Moseley is a two-time Olympic freestyle skier who won gold in moguls at the 1998 Nagano Games. He transitioned easily into a TV career. Decades later, he's still active in his sport and mentors the current team of mogulists hoping to podium at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics. Decades after winning gold, Jonny approaches health and fitness in a totally different way than he did as a pro athlete. "I do like high-intensity stuff. But now I have to prioritize a lot of stuff. Like the yoga comes first. Otherwise, I pay for it!" Moseley said. On this Dying to Ask: How the Olympic mindset still shapes Moseley's health and fitness views Why restorative and mobility exercises are critical as you age A funny, not funny story about an injury Jonny got shooting a promo for the U.S. Freestyle Championships And how to use ChatGPT to hack your health like an Olympian…

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Taking The Woo Out Of Wellness With Maryam Sharifzadeh 41:25

8 weeks ago41:25

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From burned out to fired up. Maryam Sharifzadeh takes the woo out of corporate wellness. Maryam is a corporate wellness consultant. Companies hire her to create and implement wellness strategies to improve employee mental and physical health. Healthy employees tend to be happier employees. Happier employees tend to clock in and be productive. "There's a lot of good research coming out that when we feel good we do better. Our work is better. We're more productive. The research is out there," says Maryam. Maryam founded a company called Office Yoga 10 years ago. That program went global and was used in more than 475 companies around the world including Amazon, Oracle and Twitter. The pandemic changed everything. Employers are turning to wellness programs to reinvigorate staffers and build engagement. But, it goes both ways. Taking advantage of wellness programs can energize an employee to better manage and enjoy their personal life too. Maryam's latest company is ZaaS . It stands for Zen-as-a-Service. And she's sharing some simple work wellness hacks that can make a day at the office feel like a day at the spa. Kidding. But, you will feel a mood and energy boost with just a few minutes of conscious stretching or focusing. 85% of American companies offer some kind of a wellness program. If you're not taking part, you're missing out. Maryam is an entrepreneur and endurance athlete. She's the first woman and only the second person to swim around San Francisco. And she even swam across the English Channel. She's done big things by focusing on little things that matter. And you can too. On this Dying to Ask: The true cost of burnout The link between mental health and the bottom line The number one reason corporate wellness programs fail (heads-up bosses!) The two minute break you can take at work that will give you energy and improve your mood…

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Why you can't sleep 32:00

10 weeks ago32:00

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Springing forward got you down, or up? Check out this re-release of our episode with U.S. News & World Report sleep expert Julia Forbes. Can't sleep? You're not alone but getting some good ZZZ's could be one hack away. The U.S. News & World Report annual survey on sleep is out. Survey says: 75% of us are too stressed out to get a good night's sleep. Julia Forbes is the magazine's sleep editor. She says there's a lot keeping us up. "Life stressors. You have work. You have kids. There are big world events that are top of mind that we also cover in our sleep survey," says Julia. Julia's journey to becoming an expert on all things sleep is fascinating. And, she reports getting nine hours of sleep a night so she practices what she preaches. Bad sleep is linked to everything from health issues to mood problems. That phrase "everything is better after a good night's sleep?" It's legit. Want to increase productivity? You need to sleep. Want to be in a better mood? You need to sleep. Having issues with your partner? Try sleeping with or without that partner. Sleep divorces are on the rise for the third year in a row and Julia says some sleep honesty can be great for relationships and she makes a great pitch for a sleep split. "I'm not sleeping well, I don't think you are either. So here is something. We can try to fix that," says Julia. On this Dying to Ask: [iframe title="How Julia Forbes Gets Nine Hours Of Sleep A Night" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=jwc6x-175b11a-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=f6f6f6&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"][/iframe] How Julia became a sleep expert A simple hack to get better sleep tonight Why mattresses matter and how to pick a good one A deep dive into the sleep divorce trend And advice for people like me who work non-traditional hours on how to feel better when nine hours isn't an option…

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5 Reasons Why You Need A Digital Sunset 20:13

11 weeks ago20:13

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Go to bed. Saying night-night to your devices at the same time every night could do wonders for your sleep and overall happiness. It's called a digital sunset and the new trend is easy to try. Start by setting an alert on your phone or iPad to remind you to wind down. That's your cue to put the phone or any other device away for the night. The goal is to set it at the same time every night at least 30 minutes before you want to be in bed. Next, start whatever bedtime ritual you need to relax and nod off. Yes, it's just like putting a kid to bed. And double yes, going through your *own routine can make a big impact in your life. On this Dying to Ask: 5 reasons you should embrace a digital sunset and a plan to pull it off…

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How to achieve financial wellness with Jean Chatzky 8:55

12 weeks ago8:55

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How much attention do you give to your financial wellness. The answer is likely "not enough." Jean Chatzky wants to change that. Jean is the CEO and creator of Her Money , a personal finance brand that teaches money through media. It's a website, newsletter, podcast and more designed primarily for women, by women. You likely know Jean from her more than 20 years as the financial editor of the "Today" show. She went out on her own a few years ago to help women embrace taking control of their finances. Jean has a knack for breaking down complex economic ideas into simple, digestible facts. And, she has empathy and insight for some of the curves life can throw your financial situation. In this Dying to Ask: How Jean became a financial expert on TV What it was like leaving the Today Show and launching her own media brand How to build wealth at any age Why female wealth is growing faster than ever…

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How To Make New Friends When You're An Adult 37:04

13 weeks ago37:04

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Is it just me or is making new friends as an adult harder than when you were a kid? There are entire Reddit boards dedicated to helping people in their 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond make new friendships. The reality is we form new connections differently as we age. Some of it is location based. College students have built in opportunities to meet new people through classes and shared living arrangements. But, things change when you graduate and move into the real world. Get married or become a parent and they change again. You find yourself in new environments and those opportunities to form new connections shrinks based on your responsibilities. But having good friends is key to managing stress and happiness. But it's definitely harder to meet new friends as an adult. I met Cindy Muchnick , an educational consultant and co-author of The Parent Compass , during the pandemic when I interviewed her on Zoom. We found ourselves chatting about all kinds of things after the interview. Years later, we've only seen each other in person one time. But, we now exchange Christmas cards! Cindy recently moved and has gone all-in on cementing her friend circle. In one case, that meant trying to re-establish a friendship with a college classmate turned Facebook friend she hadn't talked to in 30 years! "One day I just sent her a private message, and I said, hey, do you want to Zoom? I haven't talked to you in like 30 years. I'm super embarrassed, but I'd love to hear what your life has been since college, and she said, yes," said Cindy. On this Dying to Ask: How your age impacts your friend circle How to reconnect with an old friend Where to find new friends And the 'Real Housewife' Cindy reconnected with through an email…

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Loving Your Day Job With Olympic Gold Medalist David Wise 12:17

14 weeks ago12:17

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It's easy to leave a job when you're miserable. It's way harder when you're happy. And David Wise loves his day job. And that's why the 34-year-old freeskier has decided to push to make his fourth Olympic Team despite being one of the older competitors in freeskiing. "I still love going out there and grinding and doing this day in and day out, and so I don't want to stop before I feel like I'm done," David said. David is a three-time Olympian who has won two gold medals and a silver in ski halfpipe. His trophy case is full of titles and awards he's won since he was a teenager. At 34, he's a veteran of his sport. But that's not the only thing that makes him stand out. David is also married and a father of two. That's unusual in his sport and he's always said having a family has given him a balance many athletes lack. His daughter homeschools and sometimes travels with him to training and competitions. "Now, my daughter's 13 years old," Wise said. "She has teenager problems." On this Dying to Ask: How to know if you're really happy at work The question David asked himself and his family when deciding to go for a 4th Olympic Team. What David is not willing to do to stay in his job And advice on how to achieve work-life balance from an Olympic dad Check out my TV story on David Wise here : Other places to listen CLICK HERE to listen on iTunes CLICK HERE to listen on Stitcher CLICK HERE to listen on Spotify…

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Boost Your Mental Battery With Calm CEO David Ko 27:59

15 weeks ago27:59

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Where's your battery level? It might be the best question you can ask to gauge your mental health. That's the advice from David Ko. His new book, Recharge , challenges readers to give their mental health the same attention they give their cellphone battery. "Everyone looks at their phone battery. Some people want to keep it charged all the time at like 90%. Some people will take it all the way down or put it in the yellow. And so we wanted to give you some tips and techniques in terms of making some of those parallels," says David. David is the CEO of the Calm meditation and wellness app. You'd think he'd be the master of all things Zen. He's not. He's a guy with a big tech job, a family and all the stressors of normal life. He overheard a friend ask her kid "how's your battery" rather than saying "how are you" and the power of the analogy struck him. David says, "People look at their phone over a 150 times a day at a minimum. They're constantly looking at it. And so every once in a while, check on yourself when you pick up that phone, and if you need to take a break, take a break." David's book features interviews with everyone from rapper Macklemore to former Apple CEO John Sculley to to former NFL player Carl Nassib. You'll learn practical strategies to top off a low mental battery and develop mental resilience. On this Dying to Ask: How the concept of a mental battery works How to recharge your mental battery Why stress isn't always a bad thing Advice for talking to your friends and family about mental health How being transparent about low mental battery days has transformed David as a leader and a dad.…

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Go Farther, Faster With Change Expert Michael Lopez 32:56

16 weeks ago32:56

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Willpower is great until it isn't. You need to plan to make habit changes and goals stick. And Michael J. Lopez is the man with the plan. He's a transformational expert who helps companies and individuals develop strategies to follow through on goals. Lopez has worked with everyone from DoorDash to Chlorox to Meta. The former football player-turned-coach says everyone needs a set of systems to pull off productivity and self-growth. "The first thing I tell people is the same brain that got you into the habits that maybe you want to break isn't the same brain that's going to get you out of it," Lopez said. Lopez's new book is called " Change: Six Science-Backed Strategies to Transform Your Brain, Body and Behavior ." Michael offers practical and actionable ideas to make transformation stick. Understanding why your brain doesn't want to do the hard work is critical. It can be as simple as re-framing how you look at an effort vs an outcome. "We know that the brain is at its best when it's striving," Lopez said. "And so if I'm pursuing an effort as the goal instead of an outcome, I actually will keep my motivation a lot higher." Want a promotion at work? Listen to this. Need to lose weight or change your health? Listen to this. Want to simplify how you approach big tasks? Listen to this. On this Dying to Ask: How Michael became a transformational expert Why willpower is not a plan How to change your relationship with stress and use it to your advantage How to reset after setbacks and why failure is your friend Other places to listen CLICK HERE to listen on iTunes CLICK HERE to listen on Stitcher CLICK HERE to listen on Spotify…

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Drive In Silence To Improve Your Mental Health 15:07

18 weeks ago15:07

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Do you hear that? If your answer is "no, I hear nothing," your mental health may be better than most. There are a lot of brain benefits to the sound of silence. Science backs improvements to health and creativity. The easiest way to find some peace and quiet? Drive in silence. That's just one of the hacks we're exploring in this week's episode. Have high blood pressure? Take a minute and sit in silence. Can't figure out a solution to a problem? Give yourself the gift of being still and quiet and see if those ideas get flowing. The challenge is we live in a very loud world. There's noise and stimulation everywhere from AirPods to constant steaming to endless Zoom calls. But finding ways to sneak in some silence can impact how you feel and perform. On this Dying to Ask: The scientific benefits of silence How silence helps mental blocks and improves focus Four ways to sneak more silence into your day…

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Don't Be A Quitter On Quitter's Day! 11:49

19 weeks ago11:49

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Two words. Don't quit. Easier said than done, especially on Quitter's Day. The second Friday of January is known as Quitter's Day . It's the day you're most likely to give up on a New Year's resolution or goal. Most resolutions are health and fitness related. Strava is a social network for athletes. It tracks more than 800 million user generated workouts annually. User data shows a sharp decline each year by the second Friday in January. So, how can you not be a statistic? On this Dying to Ask: 3 ways to not become a Quitter's Day statistic What I'm resolving to do this year after being shown up by my 85-year-old mother Mentioned in the episode: Learn about the power of mini streaks here . How to road test a goal before you start it here .…

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Start a Habit Mini-Streak in 5 With Fitz 5:14

21 weeks ago5:14

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Have you ever kept up a streak? A mini streak is a great way to start a new habit. A mini streak is a short period of time of intense focus on a behavior you hope to make a long-term habit. It's a bite-sized commitment that can be easily attainable and perhaps inspire bigger, more meaningful change at a later date. In this 5 with Fitz, learn three ways to try out a habit mini streak. Other places to listen CLICK HERE to listen on iTunes CLICK HERE to listen on Stitcher CLICK HERE to listen on Spotify…

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How Jill Martin Made It Through Breast Cancer And A Divorce In The Same Year 28:50

22 weeks ago28:50

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Jill Martin is coming off one of those "what's next" kind of years. And, she says she's kinder and more grateful because of it. "I mean this year. First it's breast cancer, and you know, through the kitchen sink then a divorce. A new company. But it's it's turning around," says Jill. For 18 years, lifestyle host Jill Martin has dazzled Today Show fans with her style and energy. Her trademark ' Steals and Deals ' segments carved a niche in morning television that's been replicated all over. But Jill's uncanny ability to tap into trendy products she believes in have set her apart. Life was going great until it wasn't. Last year she dealt with breast cancer and a divorce while launching a new company. "I would go and do Steals and Deals and then go for chemo, and then lay in bed for the rest of the time," says Jill. A product from that new company was just named to Oprah's Favorite Things . Her health and personal life are back on track. And Jill is sharing her journey about how kindness and gratitude have helped her emerge stronger than ever with a new purpose. She's using her platform to encourage women to test for the breast cancer gene. Jill says, "I am so grateful that I told it because I've saved so many lives, and like that is what I feel. God has put me on this earth to do. I really do feel like that. And I wasn't. I didn't speak like that prior to this, but that's what I believe. On this Dying to Ask: How Jill balanced chemo and her Today Show duties Why launching a company *while going through the worst year of her life ended up being a great thing The role kindness and gratitude played in her physical and emotional recovery And Jill takes us behind the scenes of "Steals and Deals"…

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Why You Should Text And Don't Call With Etiquette Expert Diane Gottsman 29:59

23 weeks ago29:59

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Is a phone call an act of aggression? The answer is it depends. The latest digital trend recommends texting before calling someone and it's a dividing people based on their communication preferences. Diane Gottsman is the founder of the Protocol School of Texas . She coaches professionals across the county on modern etiquette which often comes down to communication styles. "My best advice is to read the room," Diane says. Not sure how your boss wants to communicate with you? Ask. But what about the rest of us? Is it really bad to call a friend who crossed your mind? What about a friend who rapid-fires text missives like they're wiffle balls? It's a digital minefield out there! On this Dying to Ask: How phone calls became so polarizing. How to end an endless text exchange. Why you should never leave a voicemail. What to do when your teens ghost you for hours but expects you to answer immediately.…

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How Julia Forbes Gets Nine Hours Of Sleep A Night 32:00

24 weeks ago32:00

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Can't sleep? You're not alone but getting some good ZZZ's could be one hack away. The U.S. News & World Report annual survey on sleep is out. Survey says: 75% of us are too stressed out to get a good night's sleep. Julia Forbes is the magazine's sleep editor. She says there's a lot keeping us up. "Life stressors. You have work. You have kids. There are big world events that are top of mind that we also cover in our sleep survey," says Julia. Julia's journey to becoming an expert on all things sleep is fascinating. And, she reports getting nine hours of sleep a night so she practices what she preaches. Bad sleep is linked to everything from health issues to mood problems. That phrase "everything is better after a good night's sleep?" It's legit. Want to increase productivity? You need to sleep. Want to be in a better mood? You need to sleep. Having issues with your partner? Try sleeping with or without that partner. Sleep divorces are on the rise for the third year in a row and Julia says some sleep honesty can be great for relationships and she makes a great pitch for a sleep split. "I'm not sleeping well, I don't think you are either. So here is something. We can try to fix that," says Julia. On this Dying to Ask: How Julia became a sleep expert A simple hack to get better sleep tonight Why mattresses matter and how to pick a good one A deep dive into the sleep divorce trend And advice for people like me who work non-traditional hours on how to feel better when nine hours isn't an option…

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Road Test Your 2025 Goals Now In 5 With Fitz 4:51

24 weeks ago4:51

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Planning on making a goal for 2025? Don't set it until you road test it. The start of a new calendar year seems like a great time to start a new challenge or resolution. But is it? In this Five with Fitz , we're making the case for road testing a personal challenge in December. Listen to this short episode for hacks on how to make sure that resolution is worth setting.…

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Why You Should Make AI Your Bestie With David Pogue 14:47

25 weeks ago14:47

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A recent poll finds Americans are getting more comfortable with AI. But, they're still worried about it. The survey was done by Bentley University and Gallup. You can check it out here . 56% of people polled say AI's influence is equally good and bad in society. Two out of three of us say we're learning more about it. But only one in 10 describes themselves as knowing a lot about artificial intelligence. David Pogue has forgotten more about AI than most of us will ever know. He's one of the top science and tech reporters in the country and a popular keynote speaker on everything from climate change to crypto. "All people want me to talk about these days is AI," David told me when I moderated his appearance at the Sacramento Speakers Series . David's main message? New technology is scary to humans. Always has been. Always will be. But resisting change is pointless. And you might be surprised at some of the upsides of artificial intelligence. On this Dying to Ask: Why you need to understand and embrace AI How historically we tend to react to major tech advancements from the steam engine to elevators The impact AI is having on everything from how we learn to how we cure disease And David is known for his optimism and positivity. Where does that come from and how we can all share his spirit?…

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Save Time And Increase Productivity With Laura Vanderkam 32:21

25 weeks ago32:21

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Think you're busy? Try telling that to time and productivity expert Laura Vanderkam. Vanderkam is the New York Times best-selling author of eight books on time management and host of the daily productivity podcast Before Breakfast. Her books include " What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast " and " 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think ." "We all have 24 hours in a day," she said. "And many of the things we think are happening in our lives are based mostly on impressions." Vanderkam says the easiest way to unlock free time is to keep a time log of what you actually do in a day. Often, we think we're busier than we are and can change our relationship with the clock. "People track their time, and they tend to realize well, maybe I do have some free time. It's probably not as much as I want, but it's some. And then once you realize that you're like well, let's figure out ways to work with this," says Vanderkam. In this Dying to Ask: Where we tend to waste the most time How to keep a time log Why Fridays are the best day to plan your next week What is "effortful fun" and why it's worth planning some Mentioned in the episode: Want to see our documentary 'Always Remember Your Name?' Watch in 4k on YouTube here . Watch on KCRA.com and see lots of web extras about the Bucci family here .…

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Simone Biles, Mental Health And Life As An Olympic Doc With Dr. Marcy Faustin 20:44

45 weeks ago20:44

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Being bored at the Olympics is a good thing if you're Dr. Marcy Faustin. Faustin is a co-head team physician for USA women's gymnastics. Paris will be her second Olympics. The delayed Tokyo Games were her first Olympic experience. She thought protecting her athletes from COVID-19 and injury would be her main challenge. Instead, she found herself thrust into one of the most seismic moments in sports when superstar Simone Biles had to withdraw from competition to take care of her mental health. "What Simone was able to do is show that you need to take care of yourself first even if she feels the external pressure of the gymnastics community, the Olympics and the world needing her to be the face of the Games. It allowed other people to say, 'I'm not doing OK right now and I'm having a hard time,'" Faustin said. "The Simone effect" rippled through the Games and the world, giving other athletes the freedom to admit the mental toll training and competing takes. Protecting the mind is as important as protecting the body, according to Faustin. Athletes work with sports psychologists. The USOPC provides additional mental health help during the Games. At USA Gymnastics , Faustin and Dr. Ellen Casey share the responsibility of taking care of the athletes and supporting personnel and their families. It's a holistic approach centered on making individuals feel safe, comforted and supported. Faustin said, "Everyone who is a part of the team knows we have to do that physical aspect, but we also have to do that mental aspect. Whatever that is for that individual person." Faustin is a former college athlete. Her primary job is working for UC Davis Sports Medicine in Sacramento taking care of non-Olympic patients and giving sports medicine lectures. Her love of sports and competitive nature make her a perfect medical ally and personal hype woman for Team USA. On this Dying to Ask: How do you become an Olympic Team Doctor? How Simone Biles destigmatized mental health for athletes and everyday people What will a day in Paris look like for the medical team? Why female gymnasts are older and stronger than ever in 2024 Dr. Faustin's phone-free hack to relieve athletes' stress during the games…

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3-Time Olympian Alex Obert Aims For Gold In Olympic Water Polo 26:51

46 weeks ago26:51

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Experience matters. And, it may be the U.S. men's water polo team's greatest asset heading into Paris. Ten of the 13 guys on the roster competed on the Tokyo Olympic team, including three-time Olympian Alex Obert. "There is a huge difference between your first Olympics and your second Olympics, the kind of nerves just knowing what you're going to go through every single day," Obert said. Obert grew up in Loomis, California. He played for the University of the Pacific, the U.S. National Team, played overseas, and competed in two Olympics. He retired after the Tokyo Olympics and took a finance job. Then came the call asking him if he'd come out of retirement for one more go at gold. His wife and employer said go for it. And, Obert made the cut, joining his third Olympic water polo team. Obert says, "Even in retirement, I still had that itch to compete at the highest level. I didn't know if I was going to be able to make the comeback. But obviously I was able to make it enough to come back and help the team, and that's all I want to do is help the team compete and win." On this Dying to Ask: How hard it is physically to come out of retirement How being a dad changed Alex as an athlete Advice for parents on how to best support your teen athletes The advantages of having 10 guys with Olympic experience on a roster of 13…

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Race Walker Robyn Stevens Is Back On Track For Paris Olympics 27:41

47 weeks ago27:41

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Robyn Stevens walks faster than most people run and is on track to make her second Olympic Team. Stevens is the fastest female race walker in the country. Growing up in Vacaville, she said a high school track coach suggested she try race walking. Stevens did and instantly fell in love with the sport. "It's super technical it's what drew me to it," Stevens said. Women compete in the 20-kilometer distance in the Olympics. The sport relies on precision and power. "With race walking , you have to land with one foot on the ground at all times. You have to land with [a] straight leg that stays straight until it passes beneath the hip," Stevens said. Judges line the course watching for foot infractions and rely purely on what they see. There is no video review. Athletes walk faster than most of us can run. "In a 20k race, I'll average anywhere from a 7-minute to 7:15 a mile," Stevens said. She contemplated retiring after the delayed Tokyo Games where she finished 33rd out of 58 competitors. Two things kept her in the sport: One, she'd like her mom to see her compete at an Olympics in person. Fans weren't allowed at the Tokyo Olympics because of pandemic restrictions. The second is that at age 41, she's still the fastest American race walker. And that's despite having her 2023 training year disrupted severely by long-haul COVID-19 symptoms. On this Dying to Ask: Why Robyn wants an Olympic do-over The impact long haul Covid has on endurance athletes How she's changed her Olympic mindset to balance her personal and professional life What it's like to train for hours a day on your own And we break down the mechanics of race walking Other places to listen CLICK HERE to listen on iTunes CLICK HERE to listen on Stitcher…

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Liz Plosser Takes Olympians From Grit To Glam 23:47

48 weeks ago23:47

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From grit to glam. Women's Health is celebrating female athletes with its first-ever Olympics issue. Liz Plosser is the editor-in-chief of Women's Health magazine. The July-August issue is a global celebration of women's sports and athletes and spans 10 editions of the magazine worldwide. "We really wanted to focus on women who would share their stories vulnerably, and let us into who they are as human beings, as advocates in their community, as moms as role models. In addition, they're sharing how they train and compete and perform at the top of their game," Liz said. Women's Health drew on the colors of the Olympic rings for inspiration and then took the women out of the gym and into iconic settings for their photo shoots. "We put them in a really epic-like superhero environment because they are superheroes to us," Liz said. "We also wanted to show them an action and reflect." Olympic gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin- Levrone (track and field) is on the cover. Six other athletes are featured in the issue including boxer Jajaira Gonzalez , breaker Sunny Choi , para-triathlete Hailey Danz , water polo goalie Ashleigh Johnson , pentathlete Jess Savner and rugby star Llona Maher . All the women shared what they're doing to get their bodies and minds ready for the Paris Games. Several expressed the role mental health takes on an athlete's journey and share what makes them mentally tough. On this Dying to Ask: How you get top Olympians runway-ready What inspired the photo shoot locations and wardrobe What were the athletes like on set Olympic mental health hacks Other places to listen CLICK HERE to listen on iTunes CLICK HERE to listen on Stitcher…

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Hiding From The Sun While Searching For Gold With Keana Hunter 15:16

49 weeks ago15:16

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Keana Hunter spends most of her day upside down, trying to avoid getting kicked in the head while hiding from the sun. And she wouldn't have it any other way. The 20-year-old first-time Olympian will represent Team USA at the Paris Olympics this summer. Team USA hasn't qualified in the Olympic artistic team event since 2008. It last medaled in the sport formerly known as synchronized swimming with a bronze at the 2004 Athens Games. Head coach Andrea Fuentes is getting a lot of credit for turning the team around. Fuentes is the most decorated artistic swimmer ever for Spain and won four Olympic medals. Keana and her teammates relocated to Los Angeles for a year, putting their lives on hold to train for 10 hours a day, six days a week. Eight of those hours are in the water. Artistic swimming is considered one of the toughest sports in the Olympics because of its blend of physical strength, flexibility, and performance. "You're upside down in the water looking at your pattern and making sure you're in the right spot. But you're also traveling. So everything has to come together to make it like this beautiful routine. But there are so many pieces that like take hours and hours to fix," Keana said. Coach Fuentes recently announced her Olympic roster of eight athletes. A squad of 12 swimmers qualified the U.S. for one of 10 Olympic spots but only eight athletes can compete in Paris. Only one swimmer in the final eight has Olympic experience. The rest are first-time Olympians like Keana. On this Dying to Ask: An update on Bill May, the 45-year-old artistic swimmer who'd hoped to become the first man to represent Team USA in the Olympics Keana breaks down what it's actually like underwater for an artistic swimmer Find out how swimmers protect themselves from the sun when they're in a pool for 8 hours a day How do you maintain passion for a goal despite that much training and sacrifice…

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Finding Balance With Diver Katrina Young 15:31

49 weeks ago15:31